Scams on the Rise

Every day, scamsters come up with new, savvier ways to steal your money and your identity.

 

 

 

 

 

Here are some of the latest to be aware of:

1. Fake calendar invites – Phony invites from hacked accounts steal your info
2. Brushing scams – Unsolicited packages used to post fake reviews in your name
3. Unpaid toll texts – Bogus alerts leading to fake payment pages
4. Deepfake scams – Manipulated audios, photos, or videos impersonating others
5. Fake tech support – Pop-ups claiming you must call a number to eliminate a computer virus
6. Package delivery alerts – Fake USPS/UPS/FedEx texts with tracking links
7. Bank fraud warnings – Urgent texts or calls claiming suspicious activity
8. Zelle/Venmo reversal scams – Phony requests to trick you into sending money to fraudsters
9. QR code scams – Malicious codes placed on parking meters, menus, or flyers
10. Fake rentals/homes for sale – Fraudsters use hijacked listings or stolen documentation to scam unsuspecting renters or buyers

 

 

 

 

 

Protect Yourself From Scams

• Stop, pause, and question
• Don’t click on unknown links or QR codes
• Verify with a trusted source
• Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Don’t share passwords or other sensitive information

I hope you find this information helpful. If you need a referral to any type of professional, let me know and I’ll connect you to one. Oh, by the way…I’m never too busy for you or any of your referrals!

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